New Zealand‘Only one chance’: Northland council urges Kaipara to shut Kai Iwi boat rampJack Craw warns one contaminated boat visit could permanently alter the lakes.03 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandPrincipals quitting in droves as burnout, teacher shortages hit schoolsNearly 1000 principals have quit nationwide in just three years.02 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer of 'two personalities' ahead – sweltering heat and torrential rainForecasters expect a hot, drier-than-normal start to summer for most regions.02 Dec 07:00 AM
AucklandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted but more wild weather on the wayAuckland could see marble-sized hail, small tornadoes and heavy rain tomorrow.02 Dec 04:24 AM
RetailBlack Friday spending down in blow to retail recoveryWhile many analysts were expecting spending to rise, Kiwis have kept their wallets closed.02 Dec 03:46 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyCondor Sevens: The unlikely high school champions nobody saw comingCoach Tom Peyton built this title run over three years on a zero budget.02 Dec 02:55 AM
PoliticsTrust on the line: Police set new targets after McSkimming fallout and device auditsThe four targets cover trust, service, retail crime and public violence.02 Dec 02:23 AM
New Zealand‘A blessing’: Scooter surprise puts Whangārei’s favourite busker back in tuneThe 66-year-old busker was twice hit by cars while riding his scooter.01 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wairoa’s gang leadership fails charity boxing gigOPINION: 'Its not just violence affecting a town — it’s the spectre of violence.'01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMuggy week ahead: Thunderstorms and strong winds to pound North Island'This time we could see quite strong winds as well.'01 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Addiction is savage, but there is always a way back': Far North meth fightAs most homes are on septic tanks, wastewater testing doesn't give true picture of use.01 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'They trusted this man:' Stonemason pocketed $124k from small family businessColin Gillies created fake invoices with his personal bank details to intercept the money.01 Dec 04:00 AM
Politics'Stop doing dumb stuff': Govt rubbishes concern rates cap will degrade public servicesCouncils wanting rate rises above the cap would need approval from a new regulator.01 Dec 02:46 AM
New ZealandWarm and wild: Humid North Island faces heavy rain, storms and strong windsGisborne and Hastings could hit 29C and 31C in a brief, early-summer burst of heat.01 Dec 02:30 AM
LifestyleWatch: Take a tour inside NZ’s first 34,000sq m Ikea soon to open at Sylvia ParkThe Herald is getting a sneak peek inside the megastore ahead of Thursday's opening.30 Nov 08:14 PM
All BlacksRivalries renewed: Former All Blacks to take on Wallabies legends in Anzac Day clashFormer All Black Nehe Milner-Skudder to take field; David Campese to manage Aussie team.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNeighbour saves dog from burning Whangārei homeSmoke could be seen across Kensington, Whangārei on Saturday, November 22.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSecond rain band to lash Auckland overnight, possible thunderstormsEarlier torrential rain left cars driving through door-high flooding in Onehunga.30 Nov 07:04 AM
New ZealandHornet hunt: 27 queens and 17 nests found in Auckland as MPI ramps up searchOver 4000 public reports have helped keep the yellow-legged hornet population contained.30 Nov 05:02 AM
New ZealandSurface flooding in Auckland as torrential rain hits and more wild weather loomsA second burst of heavy rain and possible thunderstorms is due around midnight.30 Nov 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDallas Gurney: 'National is screwing small business' – here's what needs to changeOPINION: It's about time small businesses got a little louder and fought back.30 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandTerminally ill man fires his lawyer, cuts siblings from will and signs estate over to ex-wife It was a move that made Johan de Rooy's family suspicious, so they took the case to court.30 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandKaipara leader calls for boat ban at Kai Iwi Lakes over invasive clam threatNearly 19,000 people are expected at Kai Iwi Lakes this year, many with boats.29 Nov 01:43 AM
New ZealandMan banned from taking seafood for 3 years after misusing his customary rights Jonathan Moon issued permits for collecting seafood outside of his area for 10 years.28 Nov 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘He was enormous’: Humpback puts on a show off Bream BayMichele Adams says the display by the humpback whale was unforgettable.28 Nov 05:26 PM
New ZealandIrish tramper dies a month into Te Araroa trail, shortly after 'best day'The 66-year-old died in his sleep after completing a 19km stretch of the trail.28 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Crisis of the National government’s creation’: Hipkins takes shots at government during strikeLabour's Health spokesperson urged striking health workers to continue their fight. 27 Nov 09:46 PM
AucklandFire crews called to Ikea after sprinkler set off days before first NZ store set to openDespite the incident a spokesperson said the store's opening would go ahead as planned. 27 Nov 09:37 PM
LifestyleHow to beat the humidity: 10 tips to stay cool and sleep better this weekendIn muggy weather, getting a good night’s rest can seem like a daunting task. 27 Nov 09:18 PM
New ZealandHow Northland creatives are turning Black Friday into something uniquely KiwiHelena Bay Gallery showcases works from more than 150 New Zealand artists.27 Nov 05:14 PM
ChristchurchMotorcyclist dies in crash north of KaikōuraEmergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash site shortly after 10am.27 Nov 12:17 AM
New ZealandHundreds of Northland council jobs in limbo as regional reforms spark concernThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.27 Nov 12:01 AM
New ZealandSmall Northland park joins elite list with first international Green Flag AwardPou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park is one of five NZ winners this year.26 Nov 11:23 PM
New Zealand'We need commitment': 17,000 health staff, 2000 firefighters set for another strikeThe industrial action follows failed mediation after last month's nationwide mega-strike.26 Nov 10:02 PM